B.C. spent more than $600,000 on royal tour of Duke and Duchess of Cambridge

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, Prince George and Princess Charlotte end their eight-day B.C. and Yukon tour on Saturday with an official farewell at Victoria Harbour Airport. ECAA/ZDS / Euan Cherry/WENN.com

British Columbia spent $613,363 on the royal tour last fall of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and their two young children.

The governments of Canada and Yukon have yet to announce their final bills. But the RCMP said it spent $2 million and the federal government’s budget estimate is $855,600, bringing the likely overall cost of the visit to more than $3.4 million.

While some taxpayers might cringe at the price tag, royal tours benefit Canadians in a number of ways, said royal historian Carolyn Harris.

“The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge raised the profile of Canadian charities and environmental initiatives over the course of their tour,” she said. “Royal tours of Canada receive global coverage and encourage travellers from around the world to visit.”

Prince William and Kate drew frenzied crowds when they visited Victoria, Vancouver, Kelowna, Bella Bella, Haida Gwaii and two communities in Yukon between Sept. 24 and Oct. 1.

Tour stops included a charity for pregnant mothers struggling with substance abuse in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside and the world-renowned Great Bear Rainforest in northwest B.C.

The province announced its portion of the expenses on Thursday. Costs included $41,798 for accommodation of the royals, their household and staff, plus $27,589 for transportation.

B.C. spent $196,129 on security, $28,815 on travel for provincial government officials and staff and $46,134 on media operations and services.

A reception at Government House in Victoria on Sept. 26, when the royal couple met notable British Columbians including First Nations, philanthropists and veterans, cost the province $20,854.

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge steer a tallship into harbour, in Victoria on Saturday, October 1, 2016.JONATHAN HAYWARD/THE CANADIAN PRESS

The Duchess of Cambridge helps to hoist the sails on a tallship, in Victoria on Saturday, October 1, 2016.JONATHAN HAYWARD/THE CANADIAN PRESS

The Duke of Cambridge helps to hoist the sails on a tallship, in Victoria on Saturday, October 1, 2016.JONATHAN HAYWARD/THE CANADIAN PRESS

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge help to raise the sails on a tallship, in Victoria on Saturday, October 1, 2016.JONATHAN HAYWARD/THE CANADIAN PRESS

A young crew member puts up a devil's horns hand gesture, popular in the metal music community, as the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge help to hoist the sails on a tallship, in Victoria on Saturday, October 1, 2016.JONATHAN HAYWARD/THE CANADIAN PRESS

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William Duke of Cambridge is presented with personalised sports shirts for Prince George and Princess Charlotte by B.C. Premier Christy Clark at Cridge Centre for the Family on the final day of their Royal Tour of Canada on October 1, 2016 in Victoria, Canada. The Royal couple along with their Children Prince George of Cambridge and Princess Charlotte are visiting Canada as part of an eight day visit to the country taking in areas such as Bella Bella, Whitehorse and KelownaChris Jackson/Getty Images

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William Duke of Cambridge is presented with personalised sports shirts for Prince George and Princess Charlotte by B.C. Premier Christy Clark at Cridge Centre for the Family on the final day of their Royal Tour of Canada on October 1, 2016 in Victoria, Canada. The Royal couple along with their Children Prince George of Cambridge and Princess Charlotte are visiting Canada as part of an eight day visit to the country taking in areas such as Bella Bella, Whitehorse and KelownaChris Jackson/Getty Images

Kate, Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William, Duke of Cambridge are greeted by young children while they are leaving the Cridge Family Centre in Victoria, BC, October, 1, 2016.RICHARD LAM/PNG

Kate, Duchess of Cambridge a speaks with some of the young children at the Cridge Family Centre in Victoria, BC, October, 1, 2016. RICHARD LAM/PNG

Kate, Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William, Duke of Cambridge speak with the official welcoming party upon arriving at the Cridge Family Centre in Victoria, BC, October, 1, 2016. RICHARD LAM/PNG

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William Duke of Cambridge is presented with personalised sports shirts for Prince George and Princess Charlotte by B.C. Premier Christy Clark at Cridge Centre for the Family on the final day of their Royal Tour of Canada on October 1, 2016 in Victoria, Canada. The Royal couple along with their Children Prince George of Cambridge and Princess Charlotte are visiting Canada as part of an eight day visit to the country taking in areas such as Bella Bella, Whitehorse and KelownaChris Jackson/Getty Images

Kate, Duchess of Cambridge holds onto a bouquet of flowers and a Vancouver Canucks jersey for Prince George of Cambridge while visiting the Cridge Family Centre in Victoria, BC, October, 1, 2016. RICHARD LAM/PNG

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Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William Duke of Cambridge meets children at Cridge Centre for the Family on the final day of their Royal Tour of Canada on October 1, 2016 in Victoria, Canada. The Royal couple along with their Children Prince George of Cambridge and Princess Charlotte are visiting Canada as part of an eight day visit to the country taking in areas such as Bella Bella, Whitehorse and KelownaChris Jackson/Getty Images

Kate, Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William, Duke of Cambridge speak with the official welcoming party upon arriving at the Cridge Family Centre in Victoria, BC, October, 1, 2016. RICHARD LAM/PNG

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William Duke of Cambridge meets children at Cridge Centre for the Family on the final day of their Royal Tour of Canada on October 1, 2016 in Victoria, Canada. The Royal couple along with their Children Prince George of Cambridge and Princess Charlotte are visiting Canada as part of an eight day visit to the country taking in areas such as Bella Bella, Whitehorse and KelownaChris Jackson/Getty Images

Kate, Duchess of Cambridge a speaks with some of the young children at the Cridge Family Centre in Victoria, BC, October, 1, 2016.RICHARD LAM/PNG

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William Duke of Cambridge meets children at Cridge Centre for the Family on the final day of their Royal Tour of Canada on October 1, 2016 in Victoria, Canada. The Royal couple along with their Children Prince George of Cambridge and Princess Charlotte are visiting Canada as part of an eight day visit to the country taking in areas such as Bella Bella, Whitehorse and KelownaChris Jackson/Getty Images

Kate, Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William, Duke of Cambridge speak with the official welcoming party upon arriving at the Cridge Family Centre in Victoria, BC, October, 1, 2016. RICHARD LAM/PNG

Kate, Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William, Duke of Cambridge are greeted by young children while they are leaving the Cridge Family Centre in Victoria, BC, October, 1, 2016.RICHARD LAM/PNG

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge paddle with a group in a traditional Haida canoe in the waters of Haida Gwaii, Friday, Sept. 30, 2016.JONATHAN HAYWARD/THE CANADIAN PRESS

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge and Prince George of Cambridge at a children's party for Military families during the Royal Tour of Canada on September 29, 2016 in Victoria, Canada. Chris Jackson/Getty Images

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, Princess Charlotte of Cambridge and Prince George of Cambridge, Prince William, Duke of Cambridge at a children's party for Military families during the Royal Tour of Canada on September 29, 2016 in Victoria, Canada. Chris Jackson/Getty Images

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge and Princess Charlotte of Cambridge at a children's party for Military families during the Royal Tour of Canada on September 29, 2016 in Victoria, Canada. Chris Jackson/Getty Images

Prince George of Cambridge plays with bubbles at a children's party for Military families during the Royal Tour of Canada on September 29, 2016 in Victoria, Canada. Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, Prince George and Princess Charlotte are visiting Canada as part of an eight day visit to the country taking in areas such as Bella Bella, Whitehorse and Kelowna (Photo by Chris Jackson - Pool/Getty Images) ORG XMIT: 672273767/Getty Images

Princess Charlotte of Cambridge plays with a dog at a children's party for Military families during the Royal Tour of Canada on September 29, 2016 in Victoria, Canada. Chris Jackson/Getty Images

Prince George holds his father's hand as he enters the petting zoo during a children's party at Government House in Victoria, B.C. Thursday, Sept 29, 2016. Jonathan Hayward/THE CANADIAN PRESS

Britain's Prince William and Princess Charlotte look on as Prince George plays with a bubble gun at a children's party at Government House in Victoria, British Columbia, Thursday, Sept. 29, 2016.Chris Wattie/The Canadian Press

The Duchess of Cambridge holds Princess Charlotte during a children's party in Victoria, B.C. Thursday, Sept 29, 2016. Jonathan Hayward/THE CANADIAN PRESS

Princess Charlotte sits on a dog during a children's party in Victoria, B.C. Thursday, Sept 29, 2016. Jonathan Hayward/THE CANADIAN PRESS

Britain's Prince William (2nd R), Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge (2nd L), Prince George and Princess Charlotte (L) watch as a man inflates balloons at a children's party at Government House in Victoria, Thursday, September 29, 2016. Chris Wattie/THE CANADIAN PRESS

Prince William, and his wife Kate, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, arrive at a tea party with their children Prince george and Princess Charlotte at Government House in Victoria, Thursday, Sept. 29, 2016. Jonathan Hayward/THE CANADIAN PRESS

Prince George plays with bubbles as Prince William looks on during a children's tea party at Government House in Victoria, Thursday, Sept. 29, 2016.Jonathan Hayward/THE CANADIAN PRESS

Prince George of Cambridge plays with bubbles at a children's party for Military families during the Royal Tour of Canada on September 29, 2016 in Carcross, Canada. Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, Prince George and Princess Charlotte are visiting Canada as part of an eight day visit to the country taking in areas such as Bella Bella, Whitehorse and Kelowna Chris Jackson/Getty Images

Britain's Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, speaks to Princess Charlotte (R) as they arrive at a children's party at Government House in Victoria, Thursday, Sept.29, 2016. Chris Wattie/THE CANADIAN PRESS

Prince William blows up a balloon as he and his wife Kate, the Duchess of Cambridge, take part in a tea party with their children, Prince George and Princess Charlotte, at Government House in Victoria, Thursday, Sept. 29, 2016. Jonathan Hayward/THE CANADIAN PRESS

Prince George of Cambridge plays with bubbles at a children's party for Military families during the Royal Tour of Canada on September 29, 2016 in Carcross, Canada. Chris Jackson/Getty Images

Britain's Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge carries Princess Charlotte at a children's party at Government House in Victoria, Thursday, September 29, 2016. Chris Wattie/THE CANADIAN PRESS

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William, Duke of Cambridge visit Carcross during the Royal Tour of Canada on September 28, 2016 in Carcross, Canada. Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, Prince George and Princess Charlotte are visiting Canada as part of an eight day visit to the country taking in areas such as Bella Bella, Whitehorse and KelownaChris Jackson/Getty Images

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge watch young dancers perform in Carcross, Yk, Wednesday, Sept 28, 2016.JONATHAN HAYWARD/THE CANADIAN PRESS

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William, Duke of Cambridge watch a cultural welcome in Carcross during the Royal Tour of Canada on September 28, 2016 in Carcross, Canada. Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, Prince George and Princess Charlotte are visiting Canada as part of an eight day visit to the country taking in areas such as Bella Bella, Whitehorse and KelownaChris Jackson/Getty Images

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William, Duke of Cambridge visit Carcross during the Royal Tour of Canada on September 28, 2016 in Carcross, Canada. Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, Prince George and Princess Charlotte are visiting Canada as part of an eight day visit to the country taking in areas such as Bella Bella, Whitehorse and KelownaPool/Getty Images

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge paints an eye on the totem pole after meeting First Nation dancers during the Royal Tour of Canada on September 28, 2016 in Carcross, Canada. Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, Prince George and Princess Charlotte are visiting Canada as part of an eight day visit to the country taking in areas such as Bella Bella, Whitehorse and KelownaPool/Getty Images

The Duke and Duchess visit the city Carcross in Yukon. ECAA/ZDS/Euan Cherry/WENN.com

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William, Duke of Cambridge watch a cultural welcome in Carcross during the Royal Tour of Canada on September 28, 2016 in Carcross, Canada. Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, Prince George and Princess Charlotte are visiting Canada as part of an eight day visit to the country taking in areas such as Bella Bella, Whitehorse and KelownaChris Jackson/Getty Images

Prince William and his wife Kate, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, watch native youth dancers perform during a welcoming ceremony in Carcross, Yukon, Wednesday, Sept. 28, 2016.Jonathan Hayward/THE CANADIAN PRESS

Prince William and his wife Kate, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge greet residents during a welcoming ceremony in Carcross, Yukon, Wednesday, Sept. 28, 2016.Jonathan Hayward/THE CANADIAN PRESS

The Duke and Duchess visit the city Carcross in Yukon. ECAA/ZDS/Euan Cherry/WENN.com

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge watch young dancers perform in Carcross, Yk, Wednesday, Sept 28, 2016.JONATHAN HAYWARD/THE CANADIAN PRESS

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William, Duke of Cambridge watch a cultural welcome in Carcross during the Royal Tour of Canada on September 28, 2016 in Carcross, Canada. Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, Prince George and Princess Charlotte are visiting Canada as part of an eight day visit to the country taking in areas such as Bella Bella, Whitehorse and KelownaChris Jackson/Getty Images

Prince William and his wife Kate, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, watch native youth dancers perform during a welcoming ceremony in Carcross, Yukon, Wednesday, Sept. 28, 2016.Jonathan Hayward/THE CANADIAN PRESS

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge receive a eagle feather from a young girl in Carcross, Yk, Wednesday, Sept 28, 2016.JONATHAN HAYWARD/THE CANADIAN PRESS

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William, Duke of Cambridge watch a cultural welcome in Carcross during the Royal Tour of Canada on September 28, 2016 in Carcross, Canada. Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, Prince George and Princess Charlotte are visiting Canada as part of an eight day visit to the country taking in areas such as Bella Bella, Whitehorse and KelownaChris Jackson/Getty Images

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge visits Carcross during the Royal Tour of Canada on September 28, 2016 in Carcross, Canada. Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, Prince George and Princess Charlotte are visiting Canada as part of an eight day visit to the country taking in areas such as Bella Bella, Whitehorse and KelownaChris Jackson/Getty Images

The Duchess of Cambridge talks to children at a community festival in Whitehorse, Yukon, Wednesday, Sept. 28, 2016.Jonathan Hayward/THE CANADIAN PRESS

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge look on as Doug Bell sends a message at the MacBride Museum of Yukon History in Whitehorse, Yukon, Wednesday, Sept. 28, 2016.JONATHAN HAYWARD/THE CANADIAN PRESS

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge attend a community festival in Whitehorse, Yukon, Wednesday, Sept 28, 2016.JONATHAN HAYWARD/THE CANADIAN PRESS

Prince William and his wife Kate, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge tour the MacBride Museum of Yukon History in Whitehorse, Yukon, Wednesday, Sept. 28, 2016.Jonathan Hayward/THE CANADIAN PRESS

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William, Duke of Cambridge sit as stories are read to children at McBride Museum during the Royal Tour of Canada on September 28, 2016 in Whitehorse, Canada. Chris Jackson/Getty Images

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William, Duke of Cambridge sit as stories are read to children at McBride Museum during the Royal Tour of Canada on September 28, 2016 in Whitehorse, Canada. Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, Prince George and Princess Charlotte are visiting Canada as part of an eight day visit to the country taking in areas such as Bella Bella, Whitehorse and KelownaChris Jackson/Getty Images

The Duchess of Cambridge talks to children at a Youth Arts Festival in Whitehorse, Yukon, Wednesday, Sept. 28, 2016. Jonathan Hayward/THE CANADIAN PRESS

A young boy yawns as Prince William and his wife Kate, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge attend story time at the MacBride Museum of Yukon History in Whitehorse, Yukon, Wednesday, Sept. 28, 2016. Jonathan Hayward/THE CANADIAN PRESS

Prince William, Duke of Cambridge meets Canadian Rangers as he arrives at Whitehorse Airport on September 27, 2016 in Whitehorse, Canada. Dominic Lipinski/Getty Images

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge meets Canadian Rangers as she arrives at Whitehorse Airport on September 27, 2016 in Whitehorse, Canada. Dominic Lipinski/Getty Images

Prince William and his wife Kate, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge wavve after touring the MacBride Museum of Yukon History in Whitehorse, Yukon, Wednesday, Sept. 28, 2016. Jonathan Hayward/THE CANADIAN PRESS

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge greet children at the University of British Columbia campus in Kelowna, B.C., Tuesday, Sept 27, 2016. Jonathan Hayward/THE CANADIAN PRESS

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge pose for a photo with young chefs during the taste of British Columbia event at Mission Hill Winery in Kelowna, B.C., Tuesday, Sept 27, 2016.JONATHAN HAYWARD/THE CANADIAN PRESS

Prince William, Duke of Cambridge and Catherine Duchess of Cambridge watch a volleyball match on a visit to Kelowna University during their Royal Tour of Canada on September 27, 2016 in Kelowna, Canada. Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, Prince George and Princess Charlotte are visiting Canada as part of an eight day visit to the country taking in areas such as Bella Bella, Whitehorse and Kelowna. Chris Jackson/Getty Images

Prince William, Duke of Cambridge and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge are presented with gifts on a visit to Kelowna University during their Royal Tour of Canada on September 27, 2016 in Kelowna, Canada. Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, Prince George and Princess Charlotte are visiting Canada as part of an eight day visit to the country taking in areas such as Bella Bella, Whitehorse and Kelowna.Chris Jackson/Getty Images

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge attends a Taste of British Columbia community event at Mission Hill Winery on September 27, 2016 in Kelowna, Canada. Pool/Getty Images

Prince William, Duke of Cambridge and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge are presented with sport shirts on a visit to Kelowna University during their Royal Tour of Canada on September 27, 2016 in Kelowna, Canada. Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, Prince George and Princess Charlotte are visiting Canada as part of an eight day visit to the country taking in areas such as Bella Bella, Whitehorse and Kelowna. Chris Jackson/Getty Images

Prince William, Duke of Cambridge and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge attend a Taste of British Columbia community event at Mission Hill Winery on September 27, 2016 in Kelowna, Canada. Pool/Getty Images

Prince William and Kate, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, join Mission Hill Family Estate proprietor (L) Anthony von Mandl in the Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, Canada on Sept 27, 2016.Phillip Chin/(Credit too long, see caption)

Prince William, Duke of Cambridge and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge are presented with gifts on a visit to Kelowna University during their Royal Tour of Canada on September 27, 2016 in Kelowna, Canada. Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, Prince George and Princess Charlotte are visiting Canada as part of an eight day visit to the country taking in areas such as Bella Bella, Whitehorse and Kelowna. Chris Jackson/Getty Images

The Duchess of Cambridge meets young chefs at the Mission Hill Winery in Kelowna, B.C., Tuesday, Sept. 27, 2016. Jonathan Hayward/THE CANADIAN PRESS

The Duke of Cambridge samples some sushi at the Mission Hill Winery in Kelowna, B.C., Tuesday, Sept. 27, 2016. Jonathan Hayward/THE CANADIAN PRESS

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge arrive for an event at the University of British Columbia's Okanagan campus in Kelowna, B.C., Tuesday, Sept. 27, 2016. Jonathan Hayward/THE CANADIAN PRESS

Prince William, Duke of Cambridge speaks to the Volleyball team on a visit to Kelowna University during their Royal Tour of Canada on September 27, 2016 in Kelowna, Canada. Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, Prince George and Princess Charlotte are visiting Canada as part of an eight day visit to the country taking in areas such as Bella Bella, Whitehorse and Kelowna.Chris Jackson/Getty Images

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are greeted by a school mascot at an event at the University of British Columbia's Okanagan campus in Kelowna, B.C., Tuesday, Sept. 27, 2016. Jonathan Hayward/THE CANADIAN PRESS

The Duchess of Cambridge shakes hands with a native chief at an event at the University of British Columbia's Okanagan campus in Kelowna, B.C., Tuesday, Sept. 27, 2016.Jonathan Hayward/THE CANADIAN PRESS

Prince William, Duke of Cambridge and Catherine Duchess of Cambridge visit Kelowna University during their Royal Tour of Canada on September 27, 2016 in Kelowna, Canada. Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, Prince George and Princess Charlotte are visiting Canada as part of an eight day visit to the country taking in areas such as Bella Bella, Whitehorse and Kelowna.Chris Jackson/Getty Images

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge attend a reception attended by leaders in British Columbia's legislature, government and judiciary at Government House, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, on the 27th September 2016. WENN.com/WENN.com

Prince William (L) and Catherine, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge arrive in Bella Bella, British Columbia on September 26, 2016. JONATHAN HAYWARD/Getty Images

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William, Duke of Cambridge walk through the Great Bear Rainforest in Bella Bella, Canada, during the third day of the Royal Tour to Canada on September 26, 2016. Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, Prince George and Princess Charlotte are visiting Canada as part of an eight day visit to the country taking in areas such as Bella Bella, Whitehorse and Kelowna. Dominic Lipinski/Getty Images

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge along with the Premier of British Columbia Christy Clark walk through the Great Bear rainforest in Bella Bella, B.C., Monday, Sept 26, 2016. Jonathan Hayward/THE CANADIAN PRESS

A young first nations girl walks past Britain's Prince William, the Duke of Cambridge, and Kate, the Duchess of Cambridge, and Governor General David Johnson, left, during a welcoming ceremony at the Heiltsuk First Nation in the remote community of Bella Bella, B.C., on Monday September 26, 2016.Darryl Dyck/THE CANADIAN PRESS

Wearing First Nations vests they were given, Britain's Prince William, the Duke of Cambridge, and Kate, the Duchess of Cambridge, hold a traditional drum they were presented during a welcoming ceremony at the Heiltsuk First Nation in the remote community of Bella Bella, B.C., on Monday September 26, 2016. Darryl Dyck/THE CANADIAN PRESS

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William, Duke of Cambridge attend an official welcome performance during their isit to first nations Community members on September 25, 2016 in Bella Bella, Canada. Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, Prince George and Princess Charlotte are visiting Canada as part of an eight day visit to the country taking in areas such as Bella Bella, Whitehorse and Kelowna. Ian Vogler/Getty Images

Britain's Prince William, the Duke of Cambridge, and Kate, the Duchess of Cambridge, stand together after being draped in traditional First Nation blankets during a welcoming ceremony at the Heiltsuk First Nation in the remote community of Bella Bella, B.C., on Monday September 26, 2016. Darryl Dyck/THE CANADIAN PRESS

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge arrive in Bella Bella, B.C., Monday, Sept. 26, 2016 as their royal visit to Canada continues. Jonathan Hayward/THE CANADIAN PRESS

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge greet native elders in Bella Bella, B.C., Monday, Sept. 26, 2016 as their royal visit to Canada continues.Jonathan Hayward/THE CANADIAN PRESS

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge arrive in Bella Bella, B.C., Monday, Sept. 26, 2016 as their royal visit to Canada continues. Jonathan Hayward/THE CANADIAN PRESS

Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Sophie Gregoire-Trudeau visits the Canadian Coast Guard and Vancouver First Responders Event at Kitsilano Coastguard Station on September 25, 2016 in Vancouver, Canada. Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, Prince George and Princess Charlotte are visiting Canada as part of an eight day visit to the country taking in areas such as Bella Bella, Whitehorse and Kelowna Chris Jackson/Getty Images

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge smiles as she visits the Canadian Coast Guard and Vancouver First Responders Event at Kitsilano Coastguard Station on September 25, 2016 in Vancouver, Canada. Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, Prince George and Princess Charlotte are visiting Canada as part of an eight day visit to the country taking in areas such as Bella Bella, Whitehorse and Kelowna Chris Jackson/Getty Images

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge smiles as she visits the Canadian Coast Guard and Vancouver First Responders Event at Kitsilano Coastguard Station on September 25, 2016 in Vancouver, Canada. Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, Prince George and Princess Charlotte are visiting Canada as part of an eight day visit to the country taking in areas such as Bella Bella, Whitehorse and Kelowna Chris Jackson/Getty Images

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau meet members of the public as they visit the Canadian Coast Guard and Vancouver First Responders Event at Kitsilano Coastguard Station on September 25, 2016 in Vancouver, Canada. Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, Prince George and Princess Charlotte are visiting Canada as part of an eight day visit to the country taking in areas such as Bella Bella, Whitehorse and Kelowna Chris Jackson/Getty Images

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge arrive on a float plane in Vancouver, B.C., Sunday, Sept. 25, 2016.Jonathan Hayward/THE CANADIAN PRESS

VANCOUVER, BC - SEPTEMBER 25: Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William, Duke of Cambridge hold teddy bears during a visit to Sheway, a charity that helps vulnerable mothers battling issues such as addiction, during their Royal Tour of Canada on September 25, 2016 in Vancouver, Canada.Pool/Getty Images

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William, Duke of Cambridge after they arrive by sea plane at the Vancouver Harbour Flight Centre during their Royal Tour of Canada on September 25, 2016 in Vancouver, Canada.Chris Jackson/Getty Images

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, Kate and William in action outside Sheway during their tour of British Columbia, in Vancouver, BC., September 25, 2016. NICK PROCAYLO/PNG

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are escorted down to Harbour Air Terminal in Victoria, B.C., Sunday, Sept 25, 2016 where they departed on a float plane on their way to Vancouver for planned events.CHAD HIPOLITO/THE CANADIAN PRESS

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are escorted down to Harbour Air Terminal in Victoria, B.C., Sunday, Sept 25, 2016 where they departed on a float plane on their way to Vancouver for planned events.CHAD HIPOLITO/THE CANADIAN PRESS

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are escorted down to Harbour Air Terminal in Victoria, B.C., Sunday, Sept 25, 2016 where they departed on a float plane on their way to Vancouver for planned events.CHAD HIPOLITO/THE CANADIAN PRESS

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William, Duke of Cambridge after they arrive by sea plane at the Vancouver Harbour Flight Centre during their Royal Tour of Canada on September 25, 2016 in Vancouver, Canada.Chris Jackson/Getty Images

A large crowd huddles under umbrellas during a passing shower while waiting for the arrival of Prince William, Duke of Cambridge and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge at Jack Poole Plaza in Vancouver, BC, September, 25, 2016. RICHARD LAM/PNG

VANCOUVER, BC - SEPTEMBER 25: Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William, Duke of Cambridge meet a baby as she is weighed during a visit to Sheway, a charity that helps vulnerable mothers battling issues such as addiction, during their Royal Tour of Canada on September 25, 2016 in Vancouver, Canada.Pool/Getty Images

VANCOUVER, BC - SEPTEMBER 25: Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge speaks with women during a visit to Sheway, a charity that helps vulnerable mothers battling issues such as addiction, during their Royal Tour of Canada on September 25, 2016 in Vancouver, Canada.Pool/Getty Images

VANCOUVER, BC - SEPTEMBER 25: Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William, Duke of Cambridge smile during a visit to Sheway, a charity that helps vulnerable mothers battling issues such as addiction, during their Royal Tour of Canada on September 25, 2016 in Vancouver, Canada.Pool/Getty Images

VANCOUVER, BC - SEPTEMBER 25: Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge speaks to a young girl during a visit to Sheway, a charity that helps vulnerable mothers battling issues such as addiction, during their Royal Tour of Canada on September 25, 2016 in Vancouver, Canada.Pool/Getty Images

The Duke of Cambridge greets onlookers with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau in front of the Legislative Assembly in Victoria, B.C., on Saturday, September 24, 2016.JONATHAN HAYWARD/THE CANADIAN PRESS

Crowds wait for the Royal Family to arrive at the Official Welcome Ceremony for the Royal Tour at the British Columbia Legislature on September 24, 2016 in Victoria, Canada. Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, Prince George and Princess Charlotte are visiting Canada as part of an eight day visit to the country taking in areas such as Bella Bella, Whitehorse and Kelowna.Chris Jackson/Getty Images

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge sign the Canadian government's Golden Book at the Legislative Assembly in Victoria, B.C., on Saturday, September 24, 2016.JONATHAN HAYWARD/THE CANADIAN PRESS

The Duke of Cambridge greets onlookers as he leaves the Legislative Assembly in Victoria, B.C., Saturday, Sept 24, 2016.JONATHAN HAYWARD/THE CANADIAN PRESS

The Duchess of Cambridge waves to fans during arrivals at the Legislative Assembly in Victoria, B.C., Saturday, Sept 24, 2016.CHAD HIPOLITO/THE CANADIAN PRESS

The Duchess of Cambridge greets people as she leaves the British Columbia legislature in Victoria, B.C., Saturday, Sept 24, 2016.JONATHAN HAYWARD/THE CANADIAN PRESS

The crowd leans to get a view of Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, and Catherine Duchess of Cambridge at Jack Poole Plaza in Vancouver, BC, September, 25, 2016.RICHARD LAM/PNG

Prince George waits to get into a vehicle with his parents and sister after the royal family's arrival in Victoria, B.C., on Saturday, September 24, 2016.DARRYL DYCK/THE CANADIAN PRESS

The Duchess of Cambridge, centre, holds her daughter Princess Charlotte as she speaks with British Columbia Premier Christy Clark, second left, while Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's wife Sophie Gregoire Trudeau, back, share a laugh, upon the family's arrival in Victoria, B.C., on Saturday, September 24, 2016.DARRYL DYCK/THE CANADIAN PRESS

Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, Prince George of Cambridge and Princess Charlotte of Cambridge arrive at the Victoria Airport on Saturday, Sept. 24, 2016 in Victoria, Canada./Getty Images

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge speak to First Nations elders as they arrive at the Legislative Assembly in Victoria, B.C., Saturday, Sept 24, 2016.JONATHAN HAYWARD/THE CANADIAN PRESS

Hundreds of people wait to greet the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge before their arrival at the B.C. Legislature in Victoria, B.C., Saturday, Sept 24, 2016.CHAD HIPOLITO/THE CANADIAN PRESS

Hundreds of people wait to greet the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge before their arrival at the B.C. Legislature in Victoria, B.C., Saturday, Sept 24, 2016.CHAD HIPOLITO/THE CANADIAN PRESS

RCMP officers conduct a sweep as hundreds of people wait to greet the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge before their arrival at the B.C. Legislature in Victoria, B.C., Saturday, Sept 24, 2016.CHAD HIPOLITO/THE CANADIAN PRESS

Prince William the Duke of Cambridge and Catherine the Duchess of Cambridge, receive teddy bears from five-year-old Hailey Cain during a tour of Sheway, a centre that provides support for native women, in Vancouver, British Columbia on September 25, 2016. /JONATHAN HAYWARD/AFP/Getty Images

Prince William the Duke of Cambridge and Catherine the Duchess of Cambridge, receive teddy bears from five-year-old Hailey Cain during a tour of Sheway, a centre that provides support for native women, in Vancouver, British Columbia on September 25, 2016. /JONATHAN HAYWARD/AFP/Getty Images

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge speak on the red carpet during their departure at the Legislative Assembly in Victoria, B.C., Saturday, Sept 24, 2016.CHAD HIPOLITO/THE CANADIAN PRESS

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge and Princess Charlotte of Cambridge arrive at the Victoria Airport on September 24, 2016 in Victoria, Canada. Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, Prince George and Princess Charlotte are visiting Canada as part of an eight day visit to the country taking in areas such as Bella Bella, Whitehorse and KelownaChris Jackson/Getty Images

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, Princess Charlotte of Cambridge aand Prince George rrive at the Victoria Airport on September 24, 2016 in Victoria, Canada. Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, Prince George and Princess Charlotte are visiting Canada as part of an eight day visit to the country taking in areas such as Bella Bella, Whitehorse and KelownaChris Jackson/Getty Images

Prince George, centre, holds the hands of his parents The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge after arriving in Victoria, B.C., on Saturday, September 24, 2016.JONATHAN HAYWARD/THE CANADIAN PRESS

From left, Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and his wife Sophie Gregorire attend the official welcome ceremony for the Royal Tour at legislature on Saturday.Chris Jackson/Getty Images

Governor General David Johnston accompanies the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge as they watch First Nations traditional dancers in front of the provincial legislature in Victoria, B.C., on Saturday, September 24, 2016.JONATHAN HAYWARD/THE CANADIAN PRESS

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, Princess Charlotte of Cambridge aand Prince George rrive at the Victoria Airport on September 24, 2016 in Victoria, Canada. Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, Prince George and Princess Charlotte are visiting Canada as part of an eight day visit to the country taking in areas such as Bella Bella, Whitehorse and KelownaChris Jackson/Getty Images

VICTORIA, BC - SEPTEMBER 24: Her Excellency Sharon Johnston, Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William, Duke of Cambridge attend the Official Welcome Ceremony for the Royal Tour at the British Columbia Legislature on September 24, 2016 in Victoria, Canada. Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, Prince George and Princess Charlotte are visiting Canada as part of an eight day visit to the country taking in areas such as Bella Bella, Whitehorse and Kelowna.Chris Jackson/Getty Images

The Duchess of Cambridge holds her daughter Princess Charlotte as the family arrives in Victoria Saturday, while Prince George (right) holds dad Prince William's hand./CP/Getty

B.C. Premier Christy Clark speaks to assembled guests and dignitaries during the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's visit at the Legislative Assembly in Victoria, B.C., Saturday, Sept 24, 2016.CHAD HIPOLITO/THE CANADIAN PRESS

The Duchess of Cambridge, right, smiles after being greeted by Sophie Gregoire Trudeau, left, at the family's arrival in Victoria, B.C., on Saturday, Sept. 24, 2016.DARRYL DYCK/THE CANADIAN PRESS

The province said the tour attracted global attention to B.C. with about 435 accredited media, including CNN, Vogue, Hello Magazine and the Today Show, reaching millions of people.

“Their Royal Highnesses experienced the true West Coast lifestyle on their tour, including salmon fishing in Haida Gwaii, sailing in the Inner Harbour of Victoria, taking a float plane to Vancouver and walking through the largest intact temperate rainforest in the world,” it said in a statement.

Harris said the 2016 royal tour was more streamlined than the 2011 tour, when the Duke and Duchess visited Ontario, Quebec, Prince Edward Island, Alberta and the Northwest Territories over nine days.

“The 2016 visit was more centralized and largely based out of Victoria,” she said, noting that apart from a single overnight stay in Whitehorse the couple slept in B.C.’s capital every night.

Other expenses to the B.C. government included $10,899 for site reconnaissance and $55,628 for a “dry run” of the tour with Kensington Palace officials.

One of the largest expenses was $102,260 on administrative services and supplies, including staff salaries, media guide production and office supplies.

Another $53,224 was spent on program delivery, including hospitality, but it was not immediately clear what that category contained.

The B.C. government provided fewer details than Yukon, which so far has released a full breakdown of $11,754 spent by its Department of Tourism and Culture when the royal couple visited Whitehorse and Carcross during the tour.

The territory is still expected to release further costs, but expenses to its tourism department included $148 for balloons, $643 for helium and $800 for kettle corn.